Seasons of Bloom and Harvest in Moc Chau – A Journey Through Nature’s Calendar

Moc Chau isn’t just a destination — it’s a place where every season tells a different story, painted in blossoms and ripe fruits. Located on a high plateau in northern Vietnam, Moc Chau enjoys a cool climate year-round, making it a perfect getaway for nature lovers and photographers alike.
🌸 January – February: Plum and Peach Blossoms
When spring arrives, plum and peach trees burst into bloom, covering the hills in soft shades of pink and white. Villages like Na Ka and Pa Phach turn into dreamy flower lands, especially during the Lunar New Year. It’s the most magical time for photography and cultural experiences with local ethnic communities.
🌼 March: White Bauhinia Flowers (Hoa Ban)
Known as the flower of the Thai people, Hoa Ban blooms beautifully in March. These delicate white flowers create a poetic atmosphere along mountain trails and rural roads.
 

🌿 April – June: Green Tea Hills & Early Fruits

This is the season when tea hills are at their greenest. The famous heart-shaped tea hills of Moc Chau become popular check-in spots. In early summer, local fruits like loquats, apricots, and early plums begin to appear.
🍑 May – July: Plum Season (Mùa Mận)
Plum season is the highlight of summer! Moc Chau becomes lively with markets and gardens full of ripe, red plums. Visitors can experience fruit picking in local orchards — sweet, fun, and perfect for families.
🍈 August – Nov: Peach, Pear, Japanese persimmon and Avocado
Late summer brings other highland specialties like peaches, pears, and creamy avocados. This is also a great time to enjoy cool weather and mountain fog in the early mornings.
🌻 October – December: Wild Sunflowers, Buckwheat Flowers & Mustard Flowers (Hoa cải trắng)
As autumn comes, fields of wild sunflowers and buckwheat flowers bloom across the hills. These tiny pink-and-white blossoms stretch across valleys, attracting photographers and nature enthusiasts from all over.
The year ends in pure white — as mustard flowers bloom, covering Moc Chau’s meadows like a snow-white blanket. Cold, misty mornings and blooming fields make this a poetic and peaceful time to visit.
No matter when you come, Moc Chau always has a gift of nature waiting.
So bring your camera, your curiosity, and your sense of wonder — and let the seasons guide your journey.